African Golden Oriole

African Golden Oriole

Oriolus auratus

Least Concern
Envergure
27,6 cm
Poids
67,33333333333333 g
Famille
Oriolidae
Ordre
Passeriformes

The African Golden Oriole (Oriolus auratus) is a bird species in the family Oriolidae (old world orioles), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27.6 cm and a weight of 67.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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The African Golden Oriole weighs about 67g and is found in woodland and savanna across sub-Saharan Africa. The male's golden-yellow plumage is unmistakable, and both sexes produce melodious calls.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 27,6 cm 10.9 in
Poids 67,33333333333333 g 2.38 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 15 days.

Taille de la couvée

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Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famille Oriolidae (Old World Orioles)
Genus Oriolus
Espèces Oriolus auratus

Distribution

African Golden Oriole has been recorded in 5 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the African Golden Oriole endangered?
The African Golden Oriole has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Golden Oriole nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 16-17 days. Fledging: 15 days.
How big is the African Golden Oriole?
The African Golden Oriole has a wingspan of 27.6 cm, weight of 67.33333333333333 g.
What order and family does the African Golden Oriole belong to?
The African Golden Oriole (Oriolus auratus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Oriolidae.

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